Shipping And Receiving Worker

Job Title: Shipping and Receiving Worker
Job Description
This role supports a local Indianapolis manufacturer by handling all aspects of shipping and receiving on first shift. You will receive and process incoming materials, prepare and stage outgoing shipments, and help maintain accurate inventory in a clean, organized job shop environment.
Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and process incoming shipments in a timely and accurate manner.
• Build pallets securely and efficiently for outgoing shipments.
• Store received materials in proper, designated locations to maintain organization and traceability.
• Pick and pack (kitting) orders accurately and efficiently for use in other departments, primarily the welding and fabrication department.
• Prepare, stage, and organize products for shipment according to schedule and shipping requirements.
• Conduct regular cycle counts and full inventory counts, and reconcile any variances found.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of inventory storage areas and dock areas.
• Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks and sit-down forklifts to move materials safely.
• Load and unload trucks while following safe material handling practices.
• Use tablets and RF scanners to perform inventory transactions and track materials.
• Work with bills of materials (BOM) to ensure correct parts and quantities are picked and kitted.
• Handle general material handling tasks to support warehouse and production operations.
• Support warehouse inventory control by monitoring stock levels and reporting issues promptly.

Essential Skills

• Experience in shipping and receiving operations in a warehouse, manufacturing, or job shop environment.
• Proficiency operating pallet jacks and sit-down forklifts for material handling.
• Ability to perform accurate cycle counts and inventory checks.
• Experience using RF scanners and tablets for inventory tracking and data entry.
• Ability to read and work from bills of materials (BOM) when kitting and staging materials.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate picking, packing, and storage of materials.
• Capability to safely load and unload trucks and move materials within the facility.
• Basic computer skills to support inventory and staging activities.
• Ability to stage materials and products efficiently for production and shipping.
• Physical ability to perform material handling tasks, including lifting, moving, and organizing products.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience as a material handler in a manufacturing or warehouse setting.
• Experience in kitting and supporting weld or fabrication departments.
• Familiarity with warehouse inventory control processes and best practices.
• Comfort working with small job shop workflows and flexible task assignments.

Why Work Here?
You will join a small, clean, and growing job shop in the Indianapolis area, offering the stability of an established operation combined with the momentum of recent growth. The environment promotes hands-on learning, cross-training, and close collaboration with production teams. You can expect a consistent first-shift schedule and the opportunity to contribute directly to a team where your impact is visible and appreciated.
Work Environment
The position is based in a small, clean job shop located in Indianapolis. Work is performed on first shift in a warehouse and production support setting. You will regularly use pallet jacks, sit-down forklifts, RF scanners, tablets, and standard warehouse equipment to move and track materials. The facility emphasizes organization and cleanliness in inventory and dock areas. Work involves loading and unloading trucks, staging materials for weld and fabrication departments, and moving products throughout the shop.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, IN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Indianapolis,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.


Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.


The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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